An old man rests his head on his hand; cherubs play in a room filled with mechanical instruments; representing mechanical philosophy (or 18th century physics). Stipple engraving by J. Chapman, 1816.
- Date:
- 13 April 1816
- Reference:
- 25677i
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Description
A coloured version of this print also housed in the collection shows stars in the black space on the right
Publication/Creation
London : G. Jones, 13 April 1816.
Physical description
1 print : stipple engraving ; image 22.4 x 18 cm
Contributors
Lettering
Mechanics. Chapman sculp.
Reference
Wellcome Collection 25677i
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Location Status Access Closed stores